Imam / Quran Academy Director

# Imam / Quran Academy DirectorAl Falah CenterFeaturedUrgentFull TimeBridgewater, NJ5+ YearOthersShare:## Job Description**Key Responsibilities:****Salah / Imam Leadership**• Daily Imam for Salah: Lead the congregation in Jahriyya (vocalized) prayers, specifically Fajr, Maghrib, and Isha, delivering beautiful, accurate, and inspiring recitation.• Imam for Taraweeh: Lead the Taraweeh prayers during Ramadan, including 20 Rak’as and completion of the Qur’an by the 29th of Ramadan.• Work with the Religious Director to organize and lead programs such as Qur’an nights, Qur’an competitions, Tafsir classes, and seasonal programs.• Khutbahs & Islamic Programs: Deliver 1–2 Friday khutbahs per month and support Tafsir classes, Quran reflections, youth reminders, and family educational programs in coordination with the Religious Director.**Program Leadership & Administration**• Program Oversight: Oversee the Qur’an memorization (Hifz) program with a strong focus on student growth, program quality, curriculum development, and continuous improvement.• Teacher Management: Assess, train, mentor, and evaluate Qur’an teachers to maintain a strong standard of education across the academy.• Community Programming: Conduct Qur’an-related Tafsir classes and study circles for different age groups in coordination with the Religious Director and Events Committee.• Record Keeping: Maintain organized administrative systems, using technology to track student attendance, memorization progress, and academic development.**Teaching & Student Engagement**• Instruction: Teach Qur’an memorization (Ḥifẓ) with proper tajweed, ensuring accurate recitation and pronunciation.• Student Development: Adapt teaching methods to support students at different levels, from beginners to advanced memorizers.• Motivation: Help students remain engaged, motivated, and steadily progressing in their Quranic journey.• Substitute Teaching: Step in to teach Qur’an reading (Nazirah) classes as needed.Tracking & Parent Communication• Evaluations: Monitor and assess student progress through regular evaluations and provide clear, structured feedback to students and families.• Parent Relations: Build strong, collaborative relationships with parents through regular communication and consistent progress updates.Qualifications**Education & Core Competencies**• Qur'an Mastery: Complete memorization of the Qur'an (Hafiz/Hafiza)• Certification: Must hold an Ijaza in at least one mode of recitation• Academic Background: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Qur’anic Studies, Islamic Studies, Religious Education, Arabic, or a related field• Tajweed Expertise: Excellent recitation with proper Tajweed and the ability to effectively teach formal Tajweed texts**Experience & Skills**• Teaching Experience: 5+ years of teaching experience, ideally with children, youth, and adults• Leadership Experience: Experience managing a team or overseeing educational programs, including teacher support and curriculum development• Language: Fluency in English required. Arabic or Urdu proficiency is a strong plus• Technology: Comfortable using modern technology for instruction, attendance tracking, and program administration**Personal Attributes**• Strong communication and organizational skills• A friendly, approachable personality that connects naturally with students and families while maintaining structure and discipline• Dependable, professional, and committed to the spiritual and academic growth of the community## **How to Apply**To apply, please submit the following to **View email address on click.appcast.io*** A resume/CV outlining relevant experience.* A brief cover letter describing your approach to teaching and leading.* A short audio or video sample of your recitation.* A list of professional references. #J-18808-Ljbffr